Sarah Sigman
Teacher
Dracut,MA
Summary
Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Francis M. Leahy School
Lawrence, MA
08.2022 - Current
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Researched and implemented center based learning into the math curriculum
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Instructed groups of up 22 students and provided individual support.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Currently in a SEI course to receive the Sheltered English Instruction endorsement.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Used PowerSchool to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
Head Girl's Lacrosse Coach
Presentation of Mary Academy
Hudson, NH
03.2022 - Current
- Led and motivated lacrosse team members to new heights of athleticism, gameplay and sportsmanship.
- Trained team members in midfield, attack and defensive positions.
- Maintained high team morale with positive coaching strategies and fan support.
- Corrected deficiencies in player scooping, passing and other critical techniques.
- Organized practice sessions, exercise and conditioning to improve player performance.
- Developed relationships with players to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
Classroom Teacher
Presentation Of Mary Academy
Hudson, NH
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Nominated as 2022 Catholic Schools Teacher of the Year
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
- Used Rediker to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
Head Girl's Lacrosse Coach
Rivier University
Nashua , NH
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
- Planned and facilitated team travel to games and events.
- Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and presenting scholarship offers.
Assistant Girl's Lacrosse Coach
Rivier University
Nashua, NH
01.2014 - 05.2018
- Trained team members in midfield, attack and defensive positions.
- Maintained high team morale with positive coaching strategies and fan support.
- Logged recruitment, administrative and gameplay activities for official team record.
- Led and motivated lacrosse team members to new heights of athleticism, gameplay and sportsmanship.
Paraprofessional
Nottingham West Elementary School
Hudson, NH
09.2014 - 01.2017
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Student Teacher, Grade 1
Brookside Elementary School
Dracut, MA
01.2014 - 03.2014
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Special Education Student Teacher
Nottingham West Elementary
Hudson, NH
03.2014 - 06.2014
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Education
Masters of Education - Specific Learning Disability And EBD
Rivier University
Nashua, NH 05.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood/ Special Education/ Human Development
Rivier University
Nashua 05.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
Lesson Planning
Technology integration
Classroom management
Special Needs Students
Social-Emotional Learning training
Grading procedures
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Francis M. Leahy School
08.2022 - Current
Head Girl's Lacrosse Coach
Presentation of Mary Academy
03.2022 - Current
Head Girl's Lacrosse Coach
Rivier University
01.2019 - 05.2020
Classroom Teacher
Presentation Of Mary Academy
08.2017 - 08.2022
Paraprofessional
Nottingham West Elementary School
09.2014 - 01.2017
Masters of Education - Specific Learning Disability And EBD
Rivier University
05.2014 - 05.2016
Special Education Student Teacher
Nottingham West Elementary
03.2014 - 06.2014
Student Teacher, Grade 1
Brookside Elementary School
01.2014 - 03.2014
Assistant Girl's Lacrosse Coach
Rivier University
01.2014 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood/ Special Education/ Human Development
Rivier University
05.2010 - 05.2014